3rd Degree Black Belt in Kenpo and 22 years of Martial Arts experience
I hold a 3rd degree black belt under Dave Kovar. Over the years I have also had the chance to train with professor Cassio Werneck in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Master Joey Paman in Gno Cho and Arnis, Shihan Nishiuchi in Iadio and Kubudo, Mr. Andy K in Muay Thai Kickboxing, Jhoon Rhee in Tae Kwon Do, and Master Nito Naval in Doce Pares.
Three Month Backpacking Expedition Across Europe
From June through August of 2015, I spent three months alone traveling by train and by foot across nineteen countries within Europe. During my backpacking expedition I paraglided in Germany, cliff jumped in Italy, hiked the trails between the five villages of Cinque Terre, celebrated summer solstice at stone hedge, road the glacier express through the Swiss alps, and ran with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain.
One Month Cross Country Drive Around the United States
In the summer of 2011, I spent a month driving across the united states. While visiting over 25 different states I explored the diverse cultures and unique geographic landscapes that are the cornerstone of Americas identity.
Published poet in the 2017 American River Review
Created the poem July 11th 1973.
Author of the e-book The Anti-Bully Flow
After 4 years of research, developing, and deploying an anti-bully program in the after school program I worked at for the city of Roseville, I completed an e-book for fellow educators sharing my approach and techniques for training elementary school students to deal with bullying techniques in school.
Guitarist for Uncle Pete’s Shipwreck Crew
Find Uncle Pete's Shipwreck Crew on Facebook!
Hiked to the top of Half Dome in Yosemite, California
The hike to the top of Half Dome is considered by many as one of the most extreme hikes in the world. In June of 2016, with my girlfriend and two close friends, I climbed to the top of half dome. It took eighteen hours to travel from the trail head in Yosemite valley, to the top of half dome, and back again. Climbing Half Dome turned out to be one of the most exciting accomplishments of my life.
Personal Motto:
Trust in the magic, and have faith in love.
I hold a 3rd degree black belt under Dave Kovar. Over the years I have also had the chance to train with professor Cassio Werneck in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Master Joey Paman in Gno Cho and Arnis, Shihan Nishiuchi in Iadio and Kubudo, Mr. Andy K in Muay Thai Kickboxing, Jhoon Rhee in Tae Kwon Do, and Master Nito Naval in Doce Pares.
Three Month Backpacking Expedition Across Europe
From June through August of 2015, I spent three months alone traveling by train and by foot across nineteen countries within Europe. During my backpacking expedition I paraglided in Germany, cliff jumped in Italy, hiked the trails between the five villages of Cinque Terre, celebrated summer solstice at stone hedge, road the glacier express through the Swiss alps, and ran with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain.
One Month Cross Country Drive Around the United States
In the summer of 2011, I spent a month driving across the united states. While visiting over 25 different states I explored the diverse cultures and unique geographic landscapes that are the cornerstone of Americas identity.
Published poet in the 2017 American River Review
Created the poem July 11th 1973.
Author of the e-book The Anti-Bully Flow
After 4 years of research, developing, and deploying an anti-bully program in the after school program I worked at for the city of Roseville, I completed an e-book for fellow educators sharing my approach and techniques for training elementary school students to deal with bullying techniques in school.
Guitarist for Uncle Pete’s Shipwreck Crew
Find Uncle Pete's Shipwreck Crew on Facebook!
Hiked to the top of Half Dome in Yosemite, California
The hike to the top of Half Dome is considered by many as one of the most extreme hikes in the world. In June of 2016, with my girlfriend and two close friends, I climbed to the top of half dome. It took eighteen hours to travel from the trail head in Yosemite valley, to the top of half dome, and back again. Climbing Half Dome turned out to be one of the most exciting accomplishments of my life.
Personal Motto:
Trust in the magic, and have faith in love.